Mild earthquakes hit Umnugobi and Bayankhongor aimags
The National Emergency Management Agency has reported that an earthquake hit an area of Umnugobi and Bayankhongor aimags of Mongolia on July 4.
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Fire fighting units to be newly established in soums
Fire fighting units will be newly established in Bayan-Undur soum of Orkhon aimag, Khatgal village of Alag-Erdene soum of Khovsgol aimag, Zereg soum of Hovd aimag as well as a search and rescue unit in Erdenedalai soum, Dundgobi province. The Government made this decision considering the high risks of forest, steppe and indoor fires and number of the population, entities and companies of these soums. Fire fighting unit with 4th class has to have 47 employees, but the staff number of the new units has been set to be 39, taking into account the economic difficulties.
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Regulations for assistance and allowance for the elderly and disabled approved
During yesterday’s cabinet meeting, the Government approved regulations on Provision of services,  assistance and support to the elderly;  Establishing the Elderly Funds; Eligibility of the elderly and persons with disabilities to use public transportation free of charge regardless their residence location; Managing and using database on the elderly employment; and Provision of aids and assistance to persons with disabilities.
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Regulations on Establishing Senior's Fund approved
During the Cabinet's regular session on July 4, “Regulations on Establishing Seniors’ Fund” was approved. The Seniors’ Fund will provide additional pension, fuel and support on finding jobs, running businesses, finding accommodations, paying respect on national holidays such as Lunar New Year, building and repairing houses, granting monetary aid for treatment and medicines, organizing cultural and sports event for both retired and working elders.
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Nighttime electricity tariff discount involves rural households
“Regulations on Granting Electricity Tariff Discounts to Ger District Households” was revised during the Parliament’s plenary session on July 4.   Accordingly, nighttime electricity cost of ger districts has reduced by 100 percent, while the center of each Aimag and soum with over 10 thousand population will receive 50 percent nighttime electricity discounts. By an estimate, around 140 thousand household will be involved in the discount.
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Foreign Minister Ts.Munkh-Orgil receives Ambassador of Canada Ed Jager
On July 4, Ts.Munkh-Orgil, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Mongolia received Ed Jager, Ambassador of Canada to Mongolia upon finishing his tenure in Mongolia.
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Cabinet meeting in brief
During its meeting on July 4, Tuesday, the Cabinet made following decisions.
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43 buses received on a loan from South Korea
During its meeting on July 4, Tuesday, the Cabinet authorized Finance Minister B.Choijilsuren to establish a loan agreement with the Republic of Korea.
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July 5 events
Following events are expected on July 5, Wednesday.
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Naadam holidays to begin on July 10
During its meeting on July 4, Tuesday, the Cabinet decided to make July 10, Monday a public holiday.
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Citizens to own shares of Erdenet Mining Corporation
During its meeting on July 4, Tuesday, the Cabinet assigned corresponding Ministers and authorities to resolve the issue of taking the 49 percent of Erdenet Mining Corporation into government ownership.
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‘Child Benefits’ to reach every child
During its meeting on July 4, Tuesday, the Cabinet decided to grant ‘Child Benefits’ to every child, and compensate to those who didn’t receive the allowance.
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M.Tumenbayar wins first gold in Korea Open Taekwondo Championships
M.Tumenbayar, athlete of the National Taekwondo team of Mongolia won gold medal in "Korea Open-2017" international taekwondo championships, in his 58-kg category. The tournament, being held in Chuncheon, South Korea on July 2-7, is the G2 Class or high ranking competition and 300 taekwondo fighters from over 70 countries are competing.
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Zamiin-Uud Logistics Center to transit 6 million tons of freight transport annually
In order to observe the construction process of logistics center in Zamiin-Uud station, related officials led by Minister of Road and Transport Development D.Ganbat visited the construction site during their working visit in the region.
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Obstacles to Mongolia-Japan EPA implementation discussed
The 8th Mongolia-Japan Joint Consultation with the government and private sector was held on July 4, today, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia. It has been one year since the the Economic Partnership Agreement between Mongolia and Japan was established and during the consultation, the parties discussed the agreement outcomes, pressing issues and obstacles in the implementation as well as possible solutions to resolve them.
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Official program of 2017 Naadam Festival
Complete list of activities of the National Naadam Holiday on the 2226th anniversary of Foundation of first Mongolian Statehood, 811th anniversary of the Great Mongol Empire and 96th anniversary of People’s Revolution of Mongolia.   July 7 Friday 9.00-19.00: Uriankhai archery, at archery field at the Central Stadium named after D.Sukhbaatar /central square hereafter/  
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National Maternal and Child Health Center wins UN public service award
On June 23, the National Center for Maternal and Child Health (NCMCH) of Mongolia received the prestigious United Nations Public Service Award (UNPSA) gaining 1st place in the category of “Innovation and Excellence in Delivering Health Services” for their work in implementing the Telemedicine Project in Mongolia.
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Road and Transport Minister visits concrete sleeper factory in Khutul
A working group headed by D.Ganbat, Minister of Road and Transportation Development got acquainted with activities of Concrete Sleeper Factory of ‘Ulaanbaatar Railway Joint Stock Company’ in Khutul village of Selenge aimag. 
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Rossini's Cinderella journeys into Mongolia
Within the framework of the Government of Mongolia’s “Mongolia in the world” national program, almost over half a century old Italian famous folklore and opera “Cinderella” was played for the first in Mongolia at State Opera and Ballet Academic Theater on July 2.
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Voting for Mongolians abroad starts
Today, June 4, Mongolian citizens living abroad are voting for the second ballot  of the Presidential Election.
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Asia-Pacific Broadcasters Convene in Mongolia to Safeguard National Heritage Through Media 3 hours
World’s Oldest Protected Mountain, Bogd Khan, Honored in State Worship Ceremony 3 hours
Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Digital Development Announces the First Holder of Digital Nomad Residency 4 hours
Defense Sector to Enhance Exchange, Cooperation 4 hours
Open-Air Sports Complex Commissioned in Tolgoit 4 hours
Ulaanbaatar and Japan Strengthen Clean Energy Partnership 5 hours
General Meeting of Asia Securities Forum Opens in Ulaanbaatar 22 hours
Mongolia Reviews Achievements of SCALA Climate Initiative 22 hours
Government to Develop Unified ‘E-Business’ Platform for Enterprises 22 hours
Minister Battsetseg Meets Naoko Ito to Advance Mongolia-Japan Cultural Ties 23 hours
‘Mongolia-Japan Ethics and Discipline’ Calligraphy Exhibition Opens 1 day
State Visit of Governor-General of Australia Samantha Mostyn Concludes 1 day
Women Leaders Drive Equality Dialogue in Mongolia 1 day
Government Reports Operational Improvements at Erdenes Tavantolgoi Under Special Regime 1 day
Mongolia Records USD 16.6 Billion in Trade 1 day
Mongolian Businesses Meet South Korean Construction and Food Industry Entrepreneurs 1 day
Bolor-Erdene Ranks 32nd in World Duathlon Rankings 1 day
Drug Enforcement Department to Operate as Independent Unit 1 day
Government Launches D-GOV.mn System to Incorporate Citizens’ Initiatives into Decisions 1 day
Mongolian School in Ottawa Opens New Academic Year 1 day
Ambassador of Mongolia to Argentina Presents Letter of Credentials 2 days
Mongolia Deploys 15th Battalion’s Second Contingent to UN Mission in South Sudan 2 days
Wreaths Laid at the Monument for the Victims of Political Repression 2 days
Procedure for Customs Inspection of Goods and Vehicles Revised 2 days
The MongolZ Rankings Rise to Second Worldwide 2 days
Gutain Davaa at Risk of Withering in the Shadows of Gold 2 days
Third Meeting of the 'Working Group on Crisis Management Audit' Held 2 days
Hall of Fame for Mongolian Tank Troops Opens 2 days
Global South Media Leaders Discuss AI, Peace, Information 3 days
Climate Change and Human Activity Accelerate Decline of Mukhart River 3 days
Embryo Transfer of Mongolian Yak Successfully Implemented 3 days
Prime Minister Zandanshatar Reviews Harvest Progress in Orkhon and Selenge 3 days
New SICOS Social Insurance System to Be Piloted in 330 Soums 3 days
Dagvadorj Davaasuren Wins International Opera Singers’ Competition 3 days
Yuhan Group Joins ‘Billions of Trees’ National Movement 3 days
Zurich Celebrates Mongolian Heritage at Museum Night 3 days
Government Asked to Speed Up Crop Farming Decisions 3 days
Mongolian Cyclists Claim Gold and Bronze at International Events 3 days
Possibilities of Introducing Artificial Intelligence into Library Services Discussed 3 days
Power of Siberia 2: Ulaanbaatar Gas Supply Project Highlighted at 10th Eastern Economic Forum 4 days
International Literacy Day Marked Today 4 days
PM Zandanshatar Visits Construction of ‘Mimo’ Agro Park 4 days
'Suu' JSC Launches Bond Trading with Ring the Gong Ceremony 4 days
Ulaanbaatar Call for Action on Advancing the Human Rights of Older Persons Adopted 4 days
Exploring Pathways for Economic Growth Through Digital Transition 4 days
Ch. Tserennadmid: Long-Term Cooperation with Australia Brings Sustainable Development and Progress 4 days
Mongolia and Türkiye Expand Strategic Health Partnership 4 days
‘From Clay to Digital’ Exhibition Showcases Evolution of Art 4 days
Mongolian Draughts Players Win in Asian Team Championships 2025 4 days
Khuslen Ariunjargal Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Cup 4 days
Governor-General of Australia and First Gentleman Plant Trees at Ikh Tenger Complex 4 days
Mongolia Unveils Oyut Copper Deposit with 357 Million Tons of Ore 4 days
Northern Regional Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Sub-Center Opens 4 days
E. Bolor-Erdene Claims Champion Title at 2025 Asia Triathlon Duathlon Cup 4 days
Rio Tinto’s Newly Appointed CEO Simon Trott Visits Mongolia 4 days
This Week in Mongolia 4 days
Mongolia, Kazakhstan Discuss New Air Route, Regularizing Flight Frequency 7 days
MoU Signed with the Financial Services Authority of Kazakhstan 7 days
Supercomputer for Meteorology Commissioned 7 days
Ulaanbaatar City and Jeollanam-do Province Sign MoU 7 days
Poland Expresses Intention to Increase Tourist Arrivals to Mongolia 7 days
Awards Presented to Students Who Achieved Success in International Olympiads 7 days
Presidents of Mongolia and South Korea Hold Phone Talks on Bilateral Cooperation 7 days
President of Mongolia and Governor-General of Australia Hold Official Talks 7 days
Governor-General of Australia Officially Welcomed 7 days
‘UB Drone Battle’ Competition Announced 7 days
Protective Equipment and Devices Handed Over 7 days
PM Zandanshatar Meets President Putin at the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok 7 days
‘Nairamdal’ International Children’s Camp Hosts Over 100 Foreign Children This Summer 7 days
Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia Samantha Mostyn Arrives for State Visit 7 days
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